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Friday, September 30, 2011

Free Toothbrushes at CVS 10/2-10/8


Want to score a free Reach toothbrush 2pack at CVS next week?  Make sure you print this $2.00 off coupon!  Click here to print.

(Thanks, iheartcvs)

Free Weekend Events in the New River Valley

Highlanders Festival 2011

Saturday, October 1

Day begins with a pancake breakfast and parade on Main street.  Moffett Field will be alive with clan gatherings, more than 50 diverse crafts, sheep herding demonstrations, children’s activities, and music grounded in the rich heritage of both the Scots-Irish and the Appalachian region.
Where:  Farmers Market on Main in Radford for breakfast and  parade on Main. Festival is on the Radford U campus.
When: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: All welcome
How: Just show up!
Cost: Free!
 
 
Radford Highlanders Mens Soccer Game
 
Saturday, Oct. 1
When:  2pm
Where: Dedmon Center-Cupp Stadium
Who:  All welcome
Cost:  Free!
 

Blacksburg Nature Center Drop In

Saturday, October 1

 Stop by and explore the center filled with hands on activites, animals, and more.
Where:  Blacksburg Price House Nature Center. 107 Wharton Street, SE, Blacksburg
When: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: All welcome
How: Just show up!
Cost: Free!
For more info: discover@seedguys.org or call 540-552-3914
 

Floyd Arts & Crafts Festival

Saturday, October 1 through Sunday, October 2

The Annual Floyd County Arts and Crafts Festival is a two-day event which takes place on the campus of Floyd County High School in Floyd, Virginia. This year the event will be held on October 1-2, 2011. The festival is open on Saturday from 9:00 A. M. to 5:00 P. M. and on Sunday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 P. M.  
Where: Floyd County High School in Floyd, Virginia.
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: All welcome
How:  Show up.
Cost: Free admission
 
 
 
 

Home Depot Kids Workshop

Saturday, October 1

The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit.The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.  
Where: Home Depot in Christiansburg
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Children ages 5-12
How: Register in advance
Cost: free!
 

Thursday, September 29, 2011

Free Dominoes Artisan Pizza Round 2


Did anyone get a free Dominoes Artisan Pizza from the deal I posted last week?  The site was running so slowly and I didn't get one.  

Well, check your email inboxes, because I just received an offer for a free Artisan Pizza.  I simply clicked the link in my inbox and was able to choose a pizza.  My husband is on his way to pick it up now.  

Good luck!

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Have you printed your Raisinets coupon yet?


Click here to print this Raisinets coupon before it runs out of prints.  It is sure to make for a good deal when combined with a sale.

Also, check out all of the other great coupons here.  Coupons.com resets with all new coupons at the end of each month, so print while you can!

(Don't forget that you can print two of these coupons by hitting the back arrow)

Are you a Money Trasher?

CVS is giving you $2 in Extra Care Bucks if you pledge to not be a "money trasher".  Go to the CVS facebook page to make your pledge.  You'll need your CVS ExtraCare card number.

I keep my ECB's in a separate CVS coupon envelope so that I can keep track of them.  In order to score good deals, you have to roll them into your next purchase.  Hang on to them, they are just like money.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Best Wades Deals 9/28-10/4



Wades is having a customer appreciation sale.  There are some good deals on several items so it's a great time to stock up.  There are no great coupon deals that I can find.  Wades has been in business for 62 years and their sale reflects that.  Click here to view the entire ad.

The following items are priced at:
2/$.62

Better Valu Single Roll Paper Towels
Hy-top Hot Sauce
Hy-top Tomato Sauce
5 count Morning Fresh Buttermilk Biscuits
Morning Fresh Margarine Patty
Tina's Frozen burrito
Hy-top Chili Seasoning
Hy-top Gravy Mix
Hy-top Iodized Salt
Hy-top Gelatin
Hy-top Corn bread Mix
Better Value Macaroni & Cheese

Other Good Deals:

Meat:
Ground Beef $1.98/lb
Whole Pork Boston Butt $1.38/lb
Chicken Leg Quarters $.68/lb
Country Style Pork Ribs $1.88/lb

Produce:
Iceburg Lettuce $.98
3lb bag Tangerines $2.98
Sweet Yellow Onion $.78/lb

Grocery:
Better Valu Whole Corn 3/$1
Gwaltney Hot Dogs or Bologna $1
Morning Fresh Toaster Pastries 5/$5

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My Drugstore Trip 9/27


I've been somewhat discouraged by the lack of grocery store deals lately, but today's drug store run made up for it a bit.  I picked up some snacks for the season premier of Extreme Couponing.  Just kidding!  As with most things in my life, I prefer to coupon in moderation.

Here's the rundown on my trips today:
Walgreen's:  (2 Transactions)  Spent:  $17.57, received back $13.20 in Register Rewards
Total:  $4.37

CVS:  (1 Transaction)  Spent:  $8.74, received back $8.00 in Extra Care Bucks
Total:  $.74

What did I get?
2 bags Indiana popcorn
3 bags Nabisco snacks
1 large pkg toilet paper ($.17/roll)
2 Soft Soap body wash
6 pkg Mentos gum
2 Cookie Dough Balance Bars
1 pkg Maxi pads
4 razors

(Retail Price of Items:  $76.21 before sales and coupons)

Grand Total:  $5.11 (after Register Rewards and Extra Care Bucks deals)

Free Proctor & Gamble Beauty Products all week

There is a great promo going on now for Proctor & Gamble beauty products.  Click here for your chance to score some free full size items, such as, mascara, deodorant, soap and moisturizer.  This will go on all week at noon EDT.  Good luck!

Free Ice Cream at Coldstone Creamery Today!

Today only, September 27 from 5pm-8pm, you can get a free 3oz. taste of "Sprinkled with Wishes"(Sweet Cream Ice Cream, Brownie, Rainbow Sprinkles and Fudge) in a Like It cup.  This is part of a Make-a-Wish foundation fundraiser so you are welcome to make a donation.  100% of proceeds go to Make-a-Wish.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Fall Fun in the NRV at Back Country Ranch


I'm always looking for a good deal that helps to support our local New River Valley business owners.  If you are looking for some family fun this fall, check out Farm Days at Back Country Ranch in Pearisburg.  You can feed the alpacas and enjoy a hayride for free.  Pumpkins and products made from alpaca fleece are available to purchase.  Click here to visit their website for more information and driving directions.

Free Collage Print at Walgreen's through 9/30


Now through 9/30, you can get a free Collage Print at Walgreens.  Go to walgreens.com, create your 8X10 collage, then use the code:  COLLAGE at check out to get it free.  You can pick it up at your local store. 

Deal on Harry Potter DVD Set




You can score a great deal on this Harry Potter 7 disc DVD set, today only, on Amazon.com.  Note, that this set includes years 1-7(part 1).  Click on the image above to take you directly to this deal.  This makes each DVD about $4.28 each.  This also qualifies for free shipping!

(Thanks, CouponingtoDisney)

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Best New River Valley Kroger Deals 9/25-10/1

It's a slow week at Kroger after the Mega-Event Sale the past two weeks.  Here are the best deals that I see:

Gala or Ginger Gold Delicious Apples $.99/lb
White Seedless Grapes $1.29/lb
Yellow Nectarines $.99/lb

Kroger Sour Cream, Cottage Cheese, Dip $1.25

Yoplait Yogurt Cups 10/$6
$.40/6 printable
Total:  $.48/each when you buy 6

Tyson Split Chicken Breast $.99/lb

Red Baron Pizza 3/$10
$3/3 Kroger eCoupon
Total:  $2.33 each when you buy 3

Freshetta Pizza $4.99
$1/1 printable
Total:  $3.99

Michaelina's Entree $.88
Total: $.68 when you buy 5

Kroger Saltines $1

Friday, September 23, 2011

New River Valley Restaurant Deals



Here are some great deals if you plan on eating out in the New River Valley(or Roanoke) this weekend.  Also, if you are quick, there is a sweet groupon deal for Crab Creek in Christiansburg.

FREE Appetizer from O’Charley’s with the purchase of any entree. (exp 9/30)
B1G1 entrees from Ruby Tuesday. (exp 9/27)
B1G1 50% off entrees from T.G.I. Friday’s. (exp 9/28)
FREE Smokin’ Chipotle Chicken Sandwich from Arby’s with the purchase of a 22 oz drink and small fries. (exp 9/30)
3 Classic Roast Beef Sandwiches for $5 from Arby’s when you enter your e-mail address. (exp 9/24)
$5 off the purchase of 2 entrees from Outback Steakhouse when you “like” them on Facebook and fill out the form.

M&M's for $.50 per bag and a recipe!


There is a great deal at Walgreen's through 9/24 with this coupon.  Click here to print.


Buy 4 bags of M&M's on sale 2/$5
Use 2 $1.50/2 coupons
Pay $7.00
Get back $5 in Register Rewards
Total:  $.50/bag


You can use these coupons on any variety of M&M's.  I love to use M&M's in place of chocolate chips when I make chocolate chip cookies, and for $.50 a bag, this makes for some very inexpensive treats.


Here's my Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (I have spent years searching for the perfect recipe, and this is it!)


Best Chocolate Chip Cookies EVER!


1 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs (room temp if possible)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips OR use your M&M's!

Cream butter, brown sugar and white sugar together in a mixer. Then add the eggs, one at a time. Beat until creamy. Add the vanilla.

In another bowl mix the dry ingredients together before slowly adding them to the creamed mixture. When combined, stop the mixer and add the semi-sweet chips. Mix and then drop by the teaspoonful onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Mold them into a ball, if desired(If you are using M&M's, put them on top of your cookies after you have formed the ball so they don't get crushed).

Bake on 350 degrees for 8 minutes(Do not overbake!). Place on wire rack to cool. Enjoy!

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Free Events in the NRV this weekend 9/16-9/18

Friday, September 16, 2011
 
VT Vs Virginia.  Come cheer the Lady Hokies! 

Where:  Cassell Coliseum at VT

When: 7:00 PM

Who: All welcome!

How: Just show up!

Cost: Free!

For more info: hokiesports.com  


Friday, September 16, 2011
VT Astronomy Observatory Open House
Public Open Houses will be held on Friday evenings when classes are in session during the Fall and Spring Semesters, weather permitting. The docent(s) conducting the Open House will use the telescope to show various interesting objects visible in the night sky (the Moon, if visible, any visible planets, interesting stellar objects, nebulae, galaxies, any bright comets,...).

Where: Prices Fork Observatory.  Travel west on Prices Fork Road in Blacksburg towards Radford. Pass Kipps Elementary School, turn right on Old Mill Road (just before Cox's Driving Range). Travel about 1/2 mile on Old Mill Road. There is a gate on the right, beyond which you can see the Observatory  ( it looks like a short silo.

When: 8:30 PM 8:30 EST

Who: All welcome!

How: To find out if a particular Open House will occur as scheduled call 540-231-5719 after 6pm (when EST is in effect), or after 7pm (when EDT is in effect). A recorded message will tell you if the observatory will be open that evening. Please close the gate after driving through --- the area surrounding the Observatory is a Tech pasture.

Cost: Free!



Saturday, September 17, 2011
 
Blacksburg Nature Center Drop in
Where:  Blacksburg Price House Nature Center. 107 Wharton Street, SE, Blacksburg

When: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Who: All welcome

How: Just show up!


Saturday, September 17 through Sunday, September 18

 

Pulaski Flea Market 

sponsored by the Dublin Lions Club.

Where:  NRV Fairgrounds, Dublin

When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Who: All welcome

How: Just show up!

Cost: $1 adults, children are free

For more info: www.dublinlions.org 

Cost: Free!

For more info: discover@seedguys.org or call 540-552-3914


Saturday, September 17 

 

Wilderness Trail Festival

2011 marks the 38th anniversary of the Kiwanis Wilderness Trail Festival and the third year with the Kiwanis Club of Christiansburg as the managing organization. The festival is always a full day of fun and excitement for the entire family loaded with great local artisans and crafters, Blue Ridge Model A's and Car Cruise In featuring classic cars & street rods, children's area, craft demonstrators, and delicious food from area restaurants and other local vendors.  

Where:

The Kiwanis Wilderness Trail Festival takes place in downtown Christiansburg, Exit 114 off I-81.

West Main Street
Christiansburg, VA 24073

When: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Who: All welcome!This year we will be featuring live entertainment on two stages! We will be featuring local acts such as Dancer's Dreams, VA Techniques, Henry's TaeKwon-Do, Mike Petersen's Kempo Karate, Christiansburg High School's Chamber Ensemble, The American Arrow Band, Olan Gardner, MSBC, and Allegheny Strings! Pizza Inn will host it's Annual Pizza Eating Contest at 12pm! Don't miss it!

How: Just show up.

Cost: Free addmission


Saturday, September 17 

Star Wars event with Tom Angeleberger

 Come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character and enter a contest for the best adult and children‘s costume.  Meet Tom Angleberger and have your book autographed.  Learn to fold your own Darth paper, and enjoy many other activities.  Books will be available for purchase.   See tom's work here: http://origamiyoda.wordpress.com/


Where: Meadowbrook Library, 267 Alleghany Spring Road, Shawsville, VA 24162

When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Who: All welcome, Star Wars and origami fans encouraged!

How: Just show up!

Cost: Free!  Books will be for sale.

For more info: http://www.mfrl.org/activities.php


Sunday, September 18

Sunday Sounds at Chateau Morrisette


Bring the family on Sunday afternoons June through October for live music in the courtyard at no charge. Local and regional musicians and entertainers will brighten up your day and keep your wallet fat. Grilled foods, soft drinks and wine available for purchase beginning at noon or bring your own picnic.

Where:

Chateau Morrisette 287 Winery Road SW, Floyd, VA 24091


When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Who: All welcome

How: Just show up. Bring seating.

Cost: Free!

Sunday Afternoon Jam


Traditional Bluegrass and Mountain Music Jams. Acoustic musicians of all levels are invited to come and play in an informal “round” style jam. This is an event dedicated to the sharing of the musical tradition and stories of this area– another way to enjoy the music and energy of Floyd.  

Where: Floyd Country Store
206 South Locust St.
Floyd VA 24091

When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Who: All music lovers are invited to come and play or listen to an afternoon of impromptu live jams. Please come and join us.

How: Just show up!

Cost: Free!

For more info: info@floydcountrystore.com
Telephone (540) 745-4563


(Thanks, MacaroniKid)

What's for Dinner Tonight? Great Arby's Deal

Haven't figured out dinner tonight or have 2 soccer games at the same time, like me?  Arby's has a great deal on their Classic Roast Beef Sandwiches.  Click here to score this deal.

Lots of High Value Printable Coupons



If you haven't printed these yet, make sure you do before they run out of prints.  Click here to print. These are rare high value printables that will help you score some great deals.  

My favorites are the $4/2 Playtex Gentle Glide and the $4/1 Hawaiian Tropic Sunscreen

Also, you can get free razors at both CVS and Walgreens next week with the Schick Coupons.

 

Rebate Deal on Olay Gift Set

Head on over here to score a great deal on this gift set.  Pay $10 (you get free shipping!) and after mailing in the enclosed rebate, you will pay only $.01

Here is what is included in the Venus Spa Set (pink):
  • Venus Spa Breeze Razor
  • Secret Lavender Body Mist (1.0 oz)
  • Olay Ribbons Body Wash (10 oz)
  • bath puff
  • reusable shower caddy
  • Plus as an added bonus the Sensuous Skin Care Gift Pack includes a one year subscription to Allure Magazine or any one of 5 other publications
Here is what is in the Venus Holiday Breeze set (purple):
  • Venus Embrace Razor
  • Venus Satin Care Shaving Cream (2.5 oz)
  • Olay Ribbons Body Wash (10 oz)
  • Bath puff
  • All packed in a reusable shower caddy
  • Plus as an added bonus the Sensuous Skin Care Gift Pack includes a one year subscription to Allure Magazine or any one of 5 other publications
There is an option on the form to decline the subscription and get a $9.99 check instead, once you receive the gift set and form in the mail.  One offer per household.

(Thanks, SouthernSavers)

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

High Value Schick Printable

You may want to go ahead and print this one before it runs out of prints.  This will make for a free razor next week at CVS after coupon and Extra Care Bucks.  Click here to print.

There are some other high value coupons, particularly in the "Personal Care" section that you'll want to check out.

(Thanks, WeUseCoupons)

Best Wades Deals 9/21-9/27

Wades has some pretty good deals this week without coupons.  Click here to view the entire ad.

Whole Sirloin Tip $2.58/lb

Whole Chicken Fryers $.98/lb

Boneless Pork Sirloin Chops $1.98/lb

3lb Bag Apples(Golden Delicious, Gala, Rome, Red Delicious) $2.88

32 oz. Hy-Top Vegetable Oil $1.99

Better Valu Macaroni & Cheese 3/$1

Chef Boyardee Pasta 5/$5
.50/2 Chef Boyardee products, September All You magazine

Hy-top Print Napkins 5/$5

Better Valu Cleaners $1

Morning Fresh Farms Yogurt 3/$1

Kraft Chunk Cheese 5/$5

John Morrell Roll Sausage 5/$5

3oz. pkg Armour Sliced Pepperoni 5/$5 


I love long receipts!

Here is a round-up of my trips today:

Kroger:  spent $64.75, saved $44.00
CVS:  spent $9.76, saved $7.46, received back $4.99 in Extra Care Bucks to be used on a future purchase
(CVS did not have the diapers in stock that I previously listed so I did not score that deal).

Free Dominoes Pizza Today 9/20 only!

Here is a great Facebook deal for you:
Head over here to get your free Dominoes Pizza today!  Just checked and got the above message so keep checking back.

Monday, September 19, 2011

My CVS Shopping List 9/18-9/24

CVS is great for stocking up on household and beauty items.  I have been able to find free or close to free items such as, shampoo, razors, toothpaste, etc.  CVS usually has a couple of totally free items(after Extra Care Bucks) each week.  After shopping CVS for just a few weeks, you can build up your supply of Extra Care Bucks (ECBs). You can also usually score some money making deals at CVS using coupons.  After collecting ECBs for a couple of weeks, you can mostly eliminate your out of pocket expense by purchasing items using ECBs.  Thus, you are buying items for "free". 

You will have out of pocket expenses when you start out, but can then roll your ECBs each week.  I didn't believe it at first but, it really does save you money in the long run. 

Here's my list for this week:
Gold Emblem Candy Corn, Autumn Mix or Pumpkins 8oz $0.99
ECB: $.99 wyb 1 (Sun-Tues ONLY limit 1)
Pay $.99, get back $.99 ECB
Total: FREE

Buy $10 worth of Nestle products and get $3 ECB (limit 1) Buy (4) Nestle Fun Size Candy Bags  $2.50 ea
Use (2) $1/2 printable
Pay $8 and get $3 ECB
Total: $1.25 each

Spend $25 on Participating Baby Products, get $10 Ecb (limit 1)
Additional participating items listed on page 12 of ad
Deal Scenario:
Buy 2 Huggies Slip On jumbo pack Diapers 2/$18
Buy 3 Johnson & Johnson Baby products $3
Total = $27
Use 2 $3/1 Huggies Slip On 9/11 SmartSource (there are also $1.50/1 coupons found in the 9/11 SmartSource)
Plus, use 3 $1/1 coupons found here, here, here, here, or here
Pay $18
Get back $10 Ecb
Total:  $1.60/item
(Thanks, Hip2Save)

Firehouse Subs in Blacksburg Hosts Kids Eat Free Night


Firehouse Subs in Blacksburg, located at 800 University City Blvd,  is hosting their first Kids Eat Free Night this Monday(10:30am-10pm).
Adults purchase a combo meal and up to two children can eat for free from the Firehouse Kids' Combos Menu.

(Thanks, NextThreeDays)

Free Candy or Beverage from CVS

Here is a great offer from CVS.

You can get a coupon for free candy or a beverage emailed to your inbox by:  liking CVS on Facebook, clicking the "Special Offers" tab, entering your email info and CVS card number.

New Printable Coupons!

Here are a bunch of new printable coupons:

Print now before they run out!